The passive-aggressive smiley face

We've all seen it. Most of us have been victims of one. You all know what I mean- that little group of symbols that is tacked onto the end of an incredibly b!tchy post. For example:

"You are a horrible parent and deserve to have your children taken away from you :)"

"I hope you burn in hell :)"

"You must just be a very sad person with no life :)"

How do you feel when you see the passive-aggressive smiley face? Does it make the comment seem better, or worse? If you've ever used the passive-aggressive smiley face- why? What purpose does it serve?

We've all seen it. Most of us have been victims of one. You all know what I mean- that little group of symbols that is tacked onto the end of an incredibly b!tchy post. For example:

"You are a horrible parent and deserve to have your children taken away from you :)"

"I hope you burn in hell :)"

"You must just be a very sad person with no life :)"

How do you feel when you see the passive-aggressive smiley face? Does it make the comment seem better, or worse? If you've ever used the passive-aggressive smiley face- why? What purpose does it serve?

I do it in real life too. I can assure you, my bit(hy remarks would get far less attention without the passive-aggressive smirk. It's very rare that I bust it out, but it's like high school bit<yness 101, it shows a certain level of fvck you that could never be achieved otherwise.

I do it in real life too. I can assure you, my bit(hy remarks would get far less attention without the passive-aggressive smirk. It's very rare that I bust it out, but it's like high school bit<yness 101, it shows a certain level of fvck you that could never be achieved otherwise.

Ooooh I agree with Jackierae! If you're going to be blunt, confrontational or a complete @sshole, at least own it! There's someone on my HB who says what she likes and then punctuates with a smiley, like it's going to override the fact that she comes off like a know-it-all biatch! Does not work!

Ooooh I agree with Jackierae! If you're going to be blunt, confrontational or a complete @sshole, at least own it! There's someone on my HB who says what she likes and then punctuates with a smiley, like it's going to override the fact that she comes off like a know-it-all biatch! Does not work!

There is something about smiling at people when you say something rude/firm/blunt that is great. They aren't quite sure if they should take you seriously or what to say next. BUT that doesn't translate to online, you just look like a smart@ss without the guts to back up your statement.

There is something about smiling at people when you say something rude/firm/blunt that is great. They aren't quite sure if they should take you seriously or what to say next. BUT that doesn't translate to online, you just look like a smart@ss without the guts to back up your statement.

I believe the PA-smily is meant to piss you off while the other person comes off as smug. Anyone who thinks an insult can be lessened by a smily is on crack. I've used it myself before and definitely meant it in a really b!tchy way :P

I believe the PA-smily is meant to piss you off while the other person comes off as smug. Anyone who thinks an insult can be lessened by a smily is on crack. I've used it myself before and definitely meant it in a really b!tchy way :P

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